Host Buriram all set for 'OR Thailand Grand Prix 2020'

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Host Buriram all set for 'OR Thailand Grand Prix 2020'

By THE NATION

 

 

Thailand is ready to host 'OR Thailand Grand Prix 2020', a world-class motorsports event organised by Thais and sponsored by local companies, said Pipat Ratchakitprakan, Minister of Tourism and Sports.

 

 

The minister is confident of the event, scheduled for March 20-22 next year and the third in a series, generating more than Bt3.5 billion in revenue. Motorsport fans are invited to once again witness another monumental championship race.

 

Race 2 of MotoGP 2020 is making its way under the name 'OR Thailand Grand Prix 2020' with Thailand as the host at Chang International Circuit, Buriram province.

 

Today (December 18), Pipat presided over a press conference to announce Thailand’s readiness to host the motorsports championship race and tickets are now available.

 

The press conference was held at The Commemorating HM The King's 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary Building of the Sports Authority of Thailand. Representatives of sponsors from the private and public sector were in attendance including The Sports Authority of Thailand, Buriram Provincial Administrative Organisation, PTT Oil and Retail Business Pcl (OR), Buriram United International Circuit Co Ltd, Thai Beverage Pcl, AP Honda Co Ltd, Thai Yamaha Motor Co Ltd, Siam Commercial Bank Pcl, GrabTaxi (Thailand) Co Ltd, Plan B Media Pcl, and Counter Service Co Ltd.

 

Pipat said MotoGP 2019 was a massive success and it was lauded by both international and Thai motorsports fans. The event also retained its record of having the highest attendance for a second year with 226,655 visitors. Also, the number of foreign visitors increased 52.8 per cent.

 

MotoGP 2019 was able to generate Bt3.457 billion in revenue. With Thailand hosting the event for the third year in 2020, the organisers are raising it to world class standards and will showcase Thai culture and traditions to audiences. The effort is in line with the concept of “Thailand to The World” as well as making Thailand a “Sport Tourism Destination”. He expected next year’s event to generate the same level of revenue as MotoGP 2019.

 

Dr Gongsak Yodmanee, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand, said according to a study by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, this MotoGP event will generate billions of baht in revenue for Thailand and create some 5,584 jobs. It will also help promote the image of Thailand through 483 journalists from 32 countries which will contribute billions of baht in public relations value. It is an invaluable investment from both the private sector and the government because in addition to promoting Thailand’s image to audiences worldwide, the motorsports event also generates income for Thais, particularly in Buriram and neighboring provinces. This will be extremely beneficial to the tourism and sports-related economy, especially motorsports as well as the automotive industry.

 

Damrongchai Neramittakapong, Deputy Governor of Buriram, said Buriram is ready on all cylinders despite the time constraints to organise the event compared to previous years. Buriram is in high spirit and fully confident of hosting an impressive event since we were able to learn from past mistakes and had hosted the event for the past two years. We have teams in place who are highly experienced and knowledgeable. Another important factor in successfully hosting a world class event that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors is the help from local volunteers who are ready to provide accommodations to visitors and tourists. Buriram recently hosted a motorsports event which is an advantage as teams involved can leverage the experience in planning next year's race, providing better facilitate utilities, accommodations, security, and transportation. Buriram is more than ready as a welcoming host".

 

Chumpol Surapittayanon, Senior Executive Vice President/Lubricant Business, PTT Oil and Retail Business Pcl (OR), said MotoGP is one of the world’s leading motorsports competition and the people of Thailand are very proud of this. Our company is the title sponsor for a third consecutive year and in 2020, the race is titled 'OR Thailand Grand Prix 2020'. OR is fully committed to its sponsorship and has prepared a large variety of entertainment and privileges for motorsports fans around the world. After the massive success of the two previous MotoGP event in Thailand, 'OR Thailand Grand Prix 2020' will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression and experience for attendees, as well as help boost the economy, tourism, and the image of Thailand. The event will mark another historic chapter in making Thais proud and become a “Pride of Thailand”.

 

Tanaisiri Chanvitayarom, Managing Director of Chang International Circuit, said:" Thailand is playing host to Race 2 of MotoGP 2020, which has a total of 20 races. We are committed to raising the standards every year while proudly exhibiting Thai culture to the rest of the world through activities for fans around the world. The race itself guarantees excitement and exhilaration, like the previous two years. The Thai circuit is touted as one the best circuits in the world for entertainment value and high-octane excitement".

 

Ticket sales was announced at the press conference. Motorsport fans can purchase tickets, starting today (December 18) at any 7-Eleven stores or at www.allticket.com. Tickets available comprise Grand Stand (Bt4,000), Marquez Stand (Bt4,000), Rossi Stand (Bt4,000), and Side Stand (Bt2,000). Fans can enjoy a 15 per cent early-bird discount for tickets purchased within December 25, 2019 (Grand Stand tickets not included the promotional discount).

 

PTT Blue Card holders will receive an on-top discount of 25 per cent while a 20 per cent on-top discount is offered by other sponsors such as holders of Chang International Friend Club card, keys of any Honda or Yamaha motorcycles, SCB credit cards or debit cards. Those interested can find more information at Chang International Circuit Facebook page and www.allticket.com.

 

Source: https://www.nationthailand.com/sport/30379595

 

-- © Copyright The Nation Thailand 2019-12-19

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[nahkit]

Can the minister explain to us how all the grandstand tickets are already sold out before the tickets even go on sale, same as last year?

[Don Mega]

29 minutes ago, nahkit said:

Can the minister explain to us how all the grandstand tickets are already sold out before the tickets even go on sale, same as last year?

Tickets went on sale yesterday at 4pm, I purchased 10 tickets at 4.05 pm.

 

I logged back in at 4.30pm becuase a few more friends expressed interest in coming so I needed some more tickets.... grandstand was sold out.

[nahkit]

In that case you are truly one of the lucky ones. I'm registered with the official Motogp website and registered for an alert for when tickets go on sale and I'm still waiting for them to contact me. Where did you find out that the tickets had gone on sale?

[Don Mega]

1 minute ago, nahkit said:

In that case you are truly one of the lucky ones. I'm registered with the official Motogp website and registered for an alert for when tickets go on sale and I'm still waiting for them to contact me. Where did you find out that the tickets had gone on sale?

All Ticket Thailand, same place I purchased last years.

 

https://www.allticket.com/

 

 

 

[nahkit]

Just now, Don Mega said:

All Ticket Thailand, same place I purchased last years.

 

https://www.allticket.com/

 

 

 

Yes, but what I'm asking is how did you know they were on sale at 4pm yesterday? I've been checking from day-to-day and didn't see any advance warning of the tickets going on sale.

[Don Mega]

2 minutes ago, nahkit said:

Yes, but what I'm asking is how did you know they were on sale at 4pm yesterday? I've been checking from day-to-day and didn't see any advance warning of the tickets going on sale.

All Ticket had in small print on the main page early bird tickets would go on sale 18th December at 4pm, was added to the website 2 days ago (I check every morning whilst having a coffee before heading to work).

[nahkit]

I'll have to get myself some new glasses. I was hoping you'd say that you just happened to chance on them at the right time, if so, I was going to ask you if you had any thoughts on the next lottery draw ????